What does the cryptic crossword clue "Family-friendly car in close to immaculate condition (6)" mean?

The definition is "Family-friendly car". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym="end of immaculate") + STATE (synonym="condition") = ESTATE; definition: "Family-friendly car" The answer is ESTATE.

Family-friendly car in close to immaculate condition (6)

Times Cryptic #28761 | 18 Across | 2023-11-15 flower

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